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Dusit Park vs Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
Both are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Dusit Park scores slightly better than Erawan Shrine. Dusit Park has a TripExpert Score of 83 with endorsements from 4 reviews such as The Telegraph, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
Dusit Park
Time Out
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Dusit Zoo, Bangkok, Thailand
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Time Out
"This canal-laced royal estate explains court life through museums in fretworked 'tropical European' style mansions, most famously Wang Vimanmek."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The centre of political power in Thailand, Dusit is now home to most of the country's ministries and administrative offices."
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The Telegraph
"This park contains various palaces and museums, including the attractive Vimanmek Teak Mansion...the world’s largest teak building, apparently, containing a vast collection of royal antiques."
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Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
Frommer's
Time Out
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Atlas Obscura
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494 Rajdamri Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Frommer's
"The Erawan Shrine is not old, but it is an interesting testament to the belief in spirits, in Thai society."
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Time Out
"Thais seamlessly fuse modernity with spirit beliefs. This ability is encapsulated at the frenetic, smoky Hindu shrine to Brahma."
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Fodor's
"The mix of burning incense, dancers in traditional dress, and many people praying is a memorable sight."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the most famous shrines in all of Thailand—and a place where your prayers are most likely to be heard."
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Atlas Obscura
"A shrine built to combat the bad karma of a commercial venture. "
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